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Paxton, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Paxton is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 924. Elevation: 472 ft (144 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
924 Population 4/sq mi density
472 ft Elevation 144 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$24,674 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$24,674 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$194,400 home value, $972/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population924
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,674
Per Capita$24,674
Unemployment5.8%

Housing

C
Home Value$194,400
Rent$972
Ownership82.9%
Housing Units370

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Population924
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Coordinates-32.9061°, 151.2849°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,674
Median Age33.0 years

About Paxton

Paxton is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 924. The city sits at an elevation of 472 feet (144 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Paxton has a population of 924 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 267.6 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

924
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
267.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Paxton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Paxton is $24,674, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,674 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $475, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 88 business establishments.

Income: Paxton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,674
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,674
Avg Weekly Wage$475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)88

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Paxton is $194,400, 31% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $972 (16% below the national average of $1,163). 82.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 370 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,400
31% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$972
16% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.9%
Owner-Occupied82.9%
Renter-Occupied17.1%
Housing Units370

Property Tax

Climate in Paxton

Paxton has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 741 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.5°C / 76°F 17.7° / 31.4° 48.2
Feb 23.4°C / 74°F 17.1° / 29.7° 111.9
Mar 21.5°C / 71°F 15.3° / 27.6° 88.5
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 11.1° / 24.5° 61.3
May 14.1°C / 57°F 7.2° / 21° 41.1
Jun 12°C / 54°F 6.1° / 17.9° 73.1
Jul 11°C / 52°F 4.3° / 17.6° 35.7
Aug 11.9°C / 53°F 4.2° / 19.6° 28.9
Sep 15.1°C / 59°F 7.4° / 22.8° 36.1
Oct 17.9°C / 64°F 10.2° / 25.6° 51.9
Nov 20.4°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.5° 80.5
Dec 22.5°C / 73°F 15.7° / 29.3° 84.0
Paxton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 472 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area267.6 sq mi (693.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-32.9061°N, 151.2849°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.37"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 8 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 32 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 79 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 81 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 83 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 76 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 135 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 132 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 91 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 96 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 80 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 56 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 73 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 92 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 70 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.4 in Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
April 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in

Paxton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Paxton

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Paxton Primary School
Congewai Public School
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Radio Stations near Paxton

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Paxton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Luskintyre Aviation Museum
Poppethead
Richmond Vale Railway Museum
South Sea Island Museum
Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum
Wirraway Aviation Museum
Wollombi Endeavour Museum

Libraries in Paxton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cessnock City Library0.0
Kurri Kurri Library0.0
Morisset Library0.0
Rutherford Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Paxton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wollombi Saleyards

Gas Stations in Paxton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3068751667

Breweries in Paxton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
IronBark Hill Brewing Co

Airports Near Paxton

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Denman Farm StripSmall Airport
Dochra AirfieldSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
StrowanSmall Airport
Warkworth AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Paxton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paxton

What is the population of Paxton?

Paxton has a population of 924 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 267.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Paxton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,674, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $194,400 (31% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $972 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Paxton?

Paxton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Paxton?

The unemployment rate in Paxton is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $475. There are 88 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Paxton?

The median home value in Paxton is $194,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $972. The homeownership rate is 82.9%.

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